Leadership & Activities

Leading with Purpose. Acting with Impact.

Leadership is not about titles; it’s about service, resilience, and the courage to act

Leadership & Initiatives

Maya’s leadership journey reflects her drive to serve, innovate, and inspire, from school initiatives to global programs.

Diploma Program Systems Transformations Pilot Steering Committee – Member (2023–present)

  • Selected as one of three students worldwide to pilot an IB-backed systems transformations course
  • Worked with IB Board members and school leadership to design a curriculum launching globally by 2030

Student Strategic Leadership Team – Mulgrave School (2024–present)

  • Customizable vitamin brand for youth wellness
  • Combines scientific research with entrepreneurial strategy
  • Finalist at YELL Canada and League of Innovators
  • Shared the origin story of PureSip: a teen-focused vitamin brand rooted in scienceence should serve people, and innovation begins with care

Mulgrave Emergency Response Team (MERT) – President & First Responder (2024–present)

  • Led a certified team of student first responders, providing immediate medical assistance during emergencies at school
  • Coordinated advanced response protocols and daily on-duty coverage, ensuring readiness and calm leadership in high-pressure situations
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PureSip – CEO & Founder (2023–present)

  • Drive product development through research-backed formulation processes for customizable teen health vitamins
  • Collaborate with an executive team (CCO, CFO, CMO, COO) to advance innovation and evidence-based solutions
  • Leverage crowdfunding, investment strategies, and accelerator resources to support commercialization and growt

Mulgrave School Health Club – Founder & Leader (2023–present)

  • Established a student-led health club to promote wellness and healthy living among peers
  • Organized biweekly sessions covering diverse topics such as mental health, nutrition, emergency preparedness, and overall wellness
  • Organized workshops and awareness campaigns on nutrition, fitness, and mental health
  • Invited guest speakers from industry and parent professionals within the school community to share expertise and real-world insights
  • Collaborated with faculty and students to integrate health-focused activities into school life
  • Created an inclusive space for students to learn, discuss, and practice healthy habits
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Health Equity Research

  • Investigated discrimination in healthcare settings
  • Analyzed survey data and presented findings to academic mentors
  • Focused on empathy-driven policy recommendationsld serve people, and innovation begins with care

Lions Gate Hospital Youth Advisory Committee – Member (2024–present)

  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals to support youth-focused initiatives and community outreach
  • Contributed to research-driven projects promoting health equity and patient-centered car
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TEDx Youth Speaker (2025)

  • Delivered a talk on entrepreneurship and innovation in teen health, sharing the PureSip journey
  • Inspired peers by connecting science, business, and empathy-driven leadership

Volunteering & Service

Maya’s commitment to service is reflected in her willingness to support communities, mentor peers, and contribute wherever she can make a difference.

Youth Initiative Vancouver – Volunteer Tutor (2024)

  • Participated in the Youth Initiative Vancouver program, a student-led nonprofit focused on education and community service
  • Provided tutoring support in math, science, and English, helping younger students strengthen academic skills and confidence
  • Collaborated with peers to deliver weekly lessons, fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment
  • Contributed to YIV’s mission of empowering youth through education, leadership, and multicultural exchange

Inglewood Senior Care Centre – Volunteer (2024–2025)

  • Engaged with seniors through conversations, activities, and event assistance
  • Fostered a supportive and inclusive environment to enhance community well-being

Research Internships – Simon Fraser University (2025)

  • Conducted ion channel physiology experiments in the BPK Department, gaining advanced lab experience
  • Assisted in a $200,000 funded health sciences project on discrimination in healthcare, co-designing surveys and preparing publications

Coal Harbour Pharmacy – Assistant (2024–present)

  • Supported inventory management and observed pharmaceutical formulation processes
  • Gained insight into pharmaceutical research and development practices

Get in Touch

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